The National Problem and the Future of Yugoslavia.

Richard Voyles Burks

Expert InsightsPublished 1971

Discussion of the problems entailed in maintaining Yugoslavian national unity in the face of increasing political and economic differentiation. This paper examines some of the factors influencing the dual trend toward unity and diversity, with particular reference to the viability of the confederal solution toward which Yugoslavia appears to be moving. To replace Marshal Tito as chief of state when he retires, recently adopted constitutional amendments provide for a multiple presidency consisting of 22 persons, with members from each republic and each province; an executive bureau meets with Tito and stands ready to take over his functions as head of the Communist party. Regional differences in levels and rates of development in Yugoslavia have contributed to the trend toward confederation. A successful transition seems probable, despite problems regarding the autarkic nationalism of the various republics and the difficulties of achieving a viable market economy. 85 pp.

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